The Fenwick - Balmain East, New South Wales

Rese

Had a girls night here and no regrets.

The staff were lovely, food was amazing, atmosphere was relaxed and we were comfortable. Great dinner with a view of the harbour bridge.

All our orders were up there and the zucchini flowers were probably the best snack I’ve had in a long time.

Sirloin steak was melt in your mouth, perfectly cooked.

Carolina D.

Hi There,
I had the pleasure of being served by Manuel during my visit, and I must say, their service was exceptional.

The best Lamb I have eating in Sydney. The food was nothing short of spectacular.

I highly recommend it to anyone looking for an unforgettable meal. A solid 5 stars!

Stunning view….

C F.

Celebrated our daughter's birthday here at lunch. The food and service were quality. The meals are not cheap but the flavours made it worthwhile. Manuel delivered a great introduction of the menu and specials.
The location is fantastic with an excellent view of the Sydney Harbour Bridge and the city.

P R.

Lovely ambience with beautiful views. Food was quite good. We love Zucchini flower, Spanner crab toast and Fries in particular. Efficient and friendly service especially Fabio who looked after our table and the boy waitstaff who helped taking photos for us. Strongly recommended!

Reina H.

Absolutely fantastic experience! The food is top-notch, with the real highlight - the stunning view. Dining by the harbour with a clear view of the Sydney Harbour Bridge makes the meal even more memorable. Perfect spot for a special occasion or a relaxing meal with a beautiful backdrop. Highly recommend!

Shel W.

We had a great time here. I particularly enjoyed the chicken liver parfait and the main dishes. Mum really loved the fries with aioli. We’re surprised that both desserts were not too sweet and really to our liking. Also many thanks for giving us a memorable window seat. Yuri was looking after us and he’s exceptional. He’s humorous, attentive to our requests and also spent time to make sure everything was well with our food. A big thank you to Yuri for making our dinner memorable!

Rocco P.

Tonight, my family celebrated the anniversary of our parents! For this special occasion, we decided to dine with the Fenwick and have had a pleasant time.

From the chefs culinary talent to such a hospitable service from Manuel and Oliver, the night ran smoothly. From the food being easy to eat, I decided to order the sirloin and it was cooked to medium rare, exactly how I asked.

Highly recommend this place for an elevated dining experience.

Rocco

Raylene P.

I had booked this restaurant well in advance for my mum's 60th birthday lunch, knowing December is a busy time. Unfortunately, my experience didn’t live up to expectations. Upon arrival, the staff seemed too rushed, and the greeting was less than warm. When I mentioned our reservation, the response was a curt "Downstairs" without any welcome. I understand it's a busy time, but this lack of courtesy set the tone for the rest of our visit.
I had also called ahead to confirm we could bring a birthday cake, and the manager who handled that request didn’t greet us warmly either. While I was aware of the cakeage fee and was prepared to pay it, the manager’s cold demeanor didn’t make me feel very valued.
Although there were several empty tables, we were directed to a cramped corner, and when I politely requested a different seat, I was told everything was fully booked, which felt unaccommodating. We went ahead and sat down, only to have water leak from the ceiling onto our table and plates. After notifying the staff, we were moved to a different table (the one that had been previously "booked out"), but no one checked in on us until we had finished our meal. I was disappointed, especially since I had specifically mentioned this was a birthday celebration when making the reservation two months ago. The lack of apology from the manager and his impersonal attitude made things worse. He simply stated that the air conditioner had been turned off, but that didn’t excuse the lack of warmth or care for customers.However, there were positives that helped redeem the experience. Rebecca, a lovely waitress, made a difference in the second half of our meal. Additionally, the kitchen staff who helped cut and decorate mum’s birthday cake went above and beyond to make us feel special. Their efforts really made us feel valued. The food itself was good, and we did enjoy our meal, but the poor service at the start and end of our visit, along with the incident with the leaking air conditioning, left a sour note. It’s clear that the restaurant needs to improve customer service, especially during busy times. If it wasn’t for Rebecca and the wonderful kitchen staff, I would have rated this restaurant 2 stars. While I understand the holiday season can be stressful, the way we were treated was disappointing. I hope the restaurant takes customer feedback seriously and makes improvements moving forward.